Whether you’re a numbers nerd obsessed by marginal gains or an intrepid two-wheeled explorer who wants to get off the beaten track, the best bike computers and GPS bike computers, in particular, have revolutionized the way riders plan their rides and track their training. Long gone are the days of cumbersome bike computers with awkward wires […]

Any bike helmet bought in the US is required to pass a series of safety tests. Problem is, those tests have limits that make them irrelevant to many real-life bike crashes. For instance, to earn approval from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), helmets must protect a dummy head when dropped straight down at a […]

Despite their straightforward name, the best cycling sunglasses do more than just stop you squinting as you reach the end of your incline. In fact, from upping the contrast to reducing glare, reacting quickly in the face of sunny spells to keeping grit, grime, flies and worse out of your eyes, there’s quite a lot they […]

For a product that appears to be so simple, deciding which helmet to spend your money on can quickly an become overwhelming endeavor. To clear up the confusion, here is an essential guide to mountain bike helmets, along with some of our personal favorites. See at-a-glance reviews of five of our top-rated helmets below, or scroll […]

Cycling shorts top the list of essential cycling gear. As the last layer between you and your trusty saddle, the best-padded cycling shorts perform a crucial function, letting you cycle for hours without chafing or saddle sores. So finding the best cycling shorts is a crucial job.  There are two types of cycling shorts: waist shorts […]

While even the best bib shorts may look like something from Magic Mike, they do serve a purpose other than showing off your chiseled abs, defined pecs, and pert glutes. MAMILs (look it up), pro cyclists and even some normal people swear by bib shorts for their comfort and streamlining, wind-defeating qualities.  Bib shorts hold your […]

If you’re shopping for the best cycling jersey, be aware that it essentially a highly technical and hence uncommonly expensive t-shirt. However, this is not just MAMIL foolishness; the best cycling jerseys have handy aerodynamic and temperature management qualities, and some can even keep you dry. See, the modern cycling jersey is designed to fit the […]

Anyone who has cycled through winter knows freezing fingers put you on the fast-track to a miserable ride. Not only can cold hands be downright painful, but they can affect your ability to control the bike safely. While winter may now be winding down – February was practically tropical – many places are still very […]

These are the best bike lights to see and be seen with. We’ve got everything covered, from tiny LEDs to use as a back-up, to high-powered floodlights for the middle of the night. Having the best front light for your bike is essential if you’re going to venture onto our highways at night especially as our […]

Whether it’s the cold, sweat, vibrations from the bike or even the risk of wiping out, hands are put to the test in all manner of ways when you’re cycling, serious rider or not. So, if you’re looking for warmth, breathability, protection or that additional control when you’re racing down a track, making sure that you […]